Trip from Peoria, AZ to Tombstone, AZ

Drive Time

3h 48m

Distance

198 mi

319 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$39

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

3h 35m ★

6 AM

3h 48m

8 AM

4h 14m

10 AM

3h 57m

12 PM

3h 54m

3 PM

3h 58m

5 PM

4h 12m

8 PM

3h 40m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Peoria, AZ

Boris Hamer

Tombstone, AZ

Brett Sayles

Trip Overview

Traveling from Peoria to Tombstone covers approximately 198 miles, making for a manageable journey that typically takes 3 hours and 48 minutes. Because the drive is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, though you might consider an overnight stay if you prefer a slower pace. You will navigate a variety of corridors, including the Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway, the Casa Grande-Tucson Highway, and the Tucson-Benson Highway. Budgeting around $39 for fuel should keep you covered for the entire trip. Since both cities are located within the Desert Southwest, you can expect consistent, arid terrain throughout your transit. It is a straightforward route that balances highway efficiency with local road navigation.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

99 miles from Peoria, AZ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 51m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a diverse driving experience that shifts from high-speed corridors to more technical, turn-heavy local segments. With only 27% of the trip spent on highways, you will spend most of your time navigating local roads that require your full attention. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Casa Grande-Tucson Highway, which spans 54.6 miles of the journey. As you transition between the various highways, the road's personality changes from wide-open lanes to a more winding, local-focused environment. Be prepared for a drive that demands active steering rather than the monotony of a long-haul interstate cruise.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Casa Grande-Tucson Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 54.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 60 / Grand Avenue.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 198 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 60 / Grand Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.9 miles (US 60 / West Thomas Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.1 miles (US 60 / North Black Canyon Highway): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 60 / Grand Avenue

Turn right onto US 60 / Grand Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

9.9 mi into trip | ~17m in | US 60 / West Thomas Road

Turn left onto US 60 / West Thomas Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / slight left lanes.

10.1 mi into trip | ~18m in | US 60 / North Black Canyon Highway

Turn right onto US 60 / North Black Canyon Highway

Navigation decision point

10.4 mi into trip | ~18m in

Take the exit toward I 17 South

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 17 South

171.8 mi into trip | ~3h 7m in | I 10 Business

Take the exit onto I 10 Business toward I 10 Business: Tombstone, Douglas

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 303 Toward I 10 Business: Tombstone, Douglas

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Peoria, AZ to Tombstone, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Douglas along the way.

Douglas

171.8 mi in | ~3h 7m | via I 10 Business

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway	54.6 mi	55m
Tucson-Benson Highway	42.9 mi	44m
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway	37.8 mi	38m
AZ 80	23.7 mi	35m
Maricopa Freeway	16.3 mi	18m
Grand Avenue	9.3 mi	16m
North Freeway	6.1 mi	6m
Black Canyon Freeway	3.5 mi	4m

Longest stretch: Casa Grande-Tucson Highway — 54.6 mi, about 55m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Peoria, AZ and Tombstone, AZ.

Start on North 83rd Avenue

128 ft · 8 sec · North 83rd Avenue

Turn right onto US 60

9.3 mi · 16 min · Grand Avenue

Use the none lane.

Take the exit onto US 60

0.5 mi · 1 min · US 60

Toward 27th Avenue

Turn left onto US 60

0.2 mi · 26 sec · West Thomas Road

Use the left / slight left lanes.

Turn right onto US 60

0.3 mi · 28 sec · North Black Canyon Highway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Toward I 17 South

Merge onto I 17; US 60

3.5 mi · 4 min · Black Canyon Freeway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 17; US 60

16 mi · 18 min · Maricopa Freeway

Use the none lane.

Continue on I 10

38 mi · 38 min · Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 10

55 mi · 55 min · Casa Grande-Tucson Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on I 10

6.1 mi · 6 min · North Freeway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 10

43 mi · 44 min · Tucson-Benson Highway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit onto I 10 Business

0.3 mi · 34 sec · I 10 Business

Exit 303 Toward I 10 Business: Tombstone, Douglas

Continue on I 10 Bus; US 80 Hist

2.1 mi · 3 min · I 10 Bus; US 80 Hist

Toward I 10 BUS, AZ 80: Benson, Douglas Use the none lane.

Turn slight right onto AZ 80; US 80 Hist

0.1 mi · 26 sec · AZ 80; US 80 Hist

Keep slight right at fork onto AZ 80; US 80 Hist

24 mi · 35 min · AZ 80; US 80 Hist

Turn right onto North 4th Street

0.1 mi · 27 sec · North 4th Street

Turn right

295 ft · 21 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

For the smoothest experience, plan to depart early in the morning to navigate the turn-heavy sections with optimal visibility. You should account for at least one planned stop to break up the 3-hour and 48-minute drive, ensuring you stay alert on the more technical stretches. Given the $39 fuel estimate, filling up before leaving Peoria will help you avoid unnecessary stops in more remote areas along the route. Since this is a one-day trip, the flexibility of your schedule is your greatest advantage, allowing you to pace the drive according to your comfort level. Keep a close eye on your navigation during the non-highway segments, as the transition between local roads can be subtle.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 99 miles from Peoria, AZ, or about 1h 51m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.6 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles or 1h 32m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 99 miles or 1h 51m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 57m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tombstone, AZ than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Peoria, AZ so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Peoria, AZ

This is one driving day of about 198 miles and 3h 48m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Peoria, AZ.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Casa Grande-Tucson Highway for about 54.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 99 mi from Peoria, AZ · 1h 51m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Tucson, AZ

99 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Casa Grande, AZ

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Tucson, AZ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 99 miles from Peoria, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Tombstone, AZ

The final approach into Tombstone, AZ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Tombstone, AZ.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$39.41 one way

$78.81 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 69 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.34	$41.61	$83.22
premium	$5.59	$43.55	$87.10
diesel	$5.64	$43.99	$87.98

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$39

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$64–$89

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 69.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	59.4	$20.79	$9.50
Efficient EV	49.5	$17.33	$7.92
EV Truck/SUV	79.2	$27.72	$12.67

Gas CO2

69 kg

EV CO2

23 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Peoria, AZ

Afternoon in Peoria on Sunday

Local time

4:46 PM

MST

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Tombstone, AZ

Afternoon in Tombstone on Sunday

Local time

4:46 PM

MST

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

14 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 48m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Peoria, AZ to Tombstone, AZ covers 198 miles and takes about 3h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Casa Grande-Tucson Highway, Tucson-Benson Highway, Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 99 miles from Peoria, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $39.41 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

On the drive from Peoria, AZ to Tombstone, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Douglas along the way.

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Trip from Peoria, AZ to Tombstone, AZ

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Tombstone, AZ

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Peoria, AZ

Tombstone, AZ

Same local time

14 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 48m on the road

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